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Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)

Situation of migrants in transit

The report seeks to analyse the human rights situation of migrants in transit, highlighting human rights concerns as well as the relevant normative framework. It contains recommendations aimed at addressing critical protection gaps for migrants in transit.

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11 March 2016

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International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC)

Smart practices that enhance the resilience of migrants

The IFRC commissioned this report as part of its mandate to share knowledge and skills and to ensure that all National Societies have the knowledge, resources and capacities to support vulnerable migrants.

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01 January 2016

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MICIC Guideline 6: Communicate effectively with migrants

This guideline published by the Migrants in Countries in Crisis (MICIC) initiative gives an overview of how to effectively undertake communication efforts targeted at migrants, and provides a comprehensive list of tools and channels along with a description of how each can be optimally used.

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01 January 2016

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Enhancing the Safety and Sustainability of the Return and Reintegration of Victims of Trafficking: Lessons learnt from the CARE and TACT Projects

This joint report aims to gather and share the lessons learned through the implementation of both projects, suggesting a way forward for the establishment of transnational referral mechanisms between European Union Member States and third countries.

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31 December 2015

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Analysis

Addressing Human Trafficking and Exploitation in Times of Crisis- Evidence and Recommendations for Further Action to Protect Vulnerable and Mobile Populations I December 2015

The report recommends that human trafficking in times of crisis be urgently included in the humanitarian community, with support from both emergency and development donor communities.

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31 December 2015

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Council of the European Union

EU Directive on Coordination and Cooperation Measures to Facilitate Consular Protection for Unrepresented Citizens of the Union in Third Countries

The Directive provides guidance on when EU citizens, in distress, in a non-EU country can approach the embassies or consulates of another EU country, when their own country is not represented.

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21 April 2015

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International Social Security Association

Handbook on the Extension of Social Security Coverage to Migrant Workers

The ISSA Handbook on the extension of social security to migrant workers shows why national social security systems should extend coverage to migrant workers and their dependents.

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01 April 2015

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Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction 2015 – 2030

The Sendai Framework articulates the need for improved understanding of disaster risk in all its dimensions of exposure, vulnerability and hazard characteristics; the strengthening of disaster risk governance, including national platforms; accountability for disaster risk management; preparedness to...

Date of publication:

01 January 2015

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United Nations (UN)

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Paris Agreement

The Paris Agreement builds upon the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change and for the first time brings all nations into a common cause to undertake ambitious efforts to combat climate change and adapt to its effects, with enhanced support to assist developing countries to do so.

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01 January 2015

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United Nations (UN)

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Inter-American Court of Human Rights

Advisory Opinion OC-21/14, "Rights and Guarantees of Children in the Context of Migration and/or in Need of International Protection"

This Advisory Opinion on migrant children (hereinafter “the request”) from the Court was requested by member-states to “determine the precise obligations of the States in relation to the possible measures to be adopted regarding children, their immigration status or the status of their parents in...

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19 August 2014

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Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)

Recommended Principles and Guidelines on Human Rights at International Borders

The OHCHR’s recommended principles and guidelines provides normative guidance on how to translate the international human rights framework into concrete measures that uphold the rights of migrants at international borders.

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02 January 2014

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Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR)

Improving human rights-based governance of international migration

In order to promote a strong focus on the human rights of migrants in the lead-up to the 2013 High-Level Dialogue and beyond, the Secretary General tasked the United Nations Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights (OHCHR), in consultation with the Global Migration Group (GMG) and other UN...

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01 January 2014

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Gender on the Move: Working on the Migration-Development Nexus from a Gender Perspective

Around the world, a record number of women are now migrating to seek work and better lives. For many, migration yields these benefits; for others, it carries dangerous risks, such as exploitation in domestic work, and vulnerability to violence.

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31 December 2013

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UN Women

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World Migration Report 2013: Migrant Well-being and Development

The World Migration Report 2013 contributes to the global debate on migration and development by exploring and assessing how migration affects a person’s quality of life and their human development across a broad range of dimensions.

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01 January 2013

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Developing a Road Map for Engaging Diasporas in Development: A Handbook for Policymakers and Practitioners in Home and Host Countries

Diasporas are major direct investors in critical and emerging industries, known patrons of nascent tourism initiatives, and generous philanthropists.

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31 December 2011

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International Labour Organization (ILO)

C189 - Domestic Workers Convention, 2011 (No. 189)

The Convention concerning Decent Work for Domestic Workers was adopted during the 100th session of the International Labour Organization in 2011 and entered into force in 2013.

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16 June 2011

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International Monetary Fund (IMF)

Balance of Payments and International Investment Position Manual (BPM6)

Appendix 5 in this publication is on remittances: Economic Concept of Remittances and Why They Are Important; Standard Components in the Balance of Payments Framework Related to Remittances; Supplementary Items Related to Remittances; Related Data Series; Concepts; Data by Partner Economy.

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31 December 2009

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International Monetary Fund (IMF)

International Transactions in Remittances: Guide for Compilers and Users

This is the first-ever manual providing detailed guidance on the compilation of remittances. Data on remittances are important for policymaking, analysis, and research purposes.

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01 October 2009

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